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THE EVERGREEN EXPRESS
EVERGREEN ELEMENTARY-FAMILY CONNECTION
September 24, 2023
Greetings Evergreen Families,
Autumn leaves shower like gold, like rainbows, as the winds of change begin to blow. Are you ready for cool evenings, hoodies, and family time at the bonfire?
Student meal debt collection letters are being generated and out the third week of every month for any meal debt above $100.00. You may submit payment through MySchoolBucks or mail a check to the Department of Food and Nutrition Services.
School Messenger texting is available to send brief school announcements via text messaging. If you are a new family or have a new phone number, you need to OPT in to receive messages. If you are interested, you may text the word “YES” to 67587 from your wireless device. For more information, click on this flyer. There is also an FAQ with additional information.
We encourage your students to join the EES staff every Friday for school spirit day. They are welcome to were Evergreen shirts or school colors.
Remember tomorrow, Sept. 25th, is picture day.
With Gratitude,
Principal Fowler
Stronger Together: Home-School-Community
IMPORTANT DATES:
Sept. 21st: Two Hour Early Dismissal @1:40
Sept. 22nd: NO School for Students
Sept. 25th: FALL Picture Day
FALL PICTURE TIME:
Evergreen Elementary School
9/25/2023
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Skip the Order Form!
Please use this Online Code: evergreen23
Questions?/Preguntas?
(800)869-9515 x112
EVERGREEN SPIRITWEAR SALE:
Drive-Thru Flu Vaccine for St. Mary’s County Community Members
- Individuals age 19 and older
- MSMH will provide flu vaccines for this age group. Registration will take place on-site. $10 donations are requested.
- Individuals age 18 and under
- SMCHD will provide flu vaccines for free for this age group. Registration will take place on-site. A parent or guardian must be present for children under the age of 18.
There will be NO school-located flu clinics provided at the public schools this year, so parents and guardians are encouraged to bring their child to one of these locations for flu vaccinations.
REMINDERS FOR COMPLETION:
Families, sharing so you are aware that there are a lot of additional benefits by submitting a meal application form. These perks include waivers on college applications, dual-enrollment courses with the College of Southern Maryland, and discounted fees to participate in St. Mary’s County Parks and Recreation programs.
*Acceptable Use Policy form completed Kindergarten through fifth grade. This agreement allows students to access GOOGLE apps for education and Schoology. We appreciate your support by completing the form by Sept. 30th. Acceptable Usage Policy linked here.
TECHNOLOGY UPDATES:
Student Resource Accountability: Students are responsible for the care and upkeep of all of their SMCPS assigned resources: print and technology. This document outlines all of the policies and procedures in addition to pricing for lost or damaged devices.
EVERGREEN PTO:
Kim Greene, Vice President
Amanda Ramos, Treasurer
Kassie Sly, Secretary
Mrs. Boekhout, Teacher Liaison
Upcoming Events:
Oct. 5th: 5:30-7:30 p.m Book Bingo
Nov. 18th: 9-11:00 a.m. Turkey Trot
Dec. 8th: Holiday Event
Jan. 19th: 6-8:00 p.m. GLOW DANCE
EES SCHOOLWIDE EXPECTATIONS:
COMMUNICATION METHODS:
- School Telephone: 301-863-4060
- EES Website: https://ees.smcps.org/
- School Messenger: Email, SMS-Text Messages, Phone
- THE EVERGREEN EXPRESS
- Twitter: @EES_smcps
HOME OF CHESSIE!!!
Evergreen Elementary
Email: jsfowler@smcps.org
Website: https://ees.smcps.org/
Location: 43765 Evergreen Way, California, MD, USA
Phone: 301-863-4060